Paint Removal from Gelcoat Surface
My tractor hood project made use of an old tractor hood that was in need of an upgrade and...
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Category: Gelcoat
Repairing Spider Cracks in Gel Coat
Gel Coat that has cracks is bad for a number of reasons. It has very poor cosmetic appearance, show evidence of damage, and does not protect the underlying structure as intended. The good news is that these cracks can be...
Read MoreRepairing Hundreds Of Fiberglass Cracks To Get Ready For Spraying Awlgrip Paint!
Repairing cracks in fiberglass gelcoat can be a challenge. Sometimes there are so many of them that it is easier to go extreme and sand, grind, and recoat the entire surface. Then it will be as good as new. From Youtube...
Read MoreHow to Restore the Shine to Fiberglass Boat Gelcoat— BoatUS Magazine
Fiberglass boats require regular maintenance to keep them looking good. The gelcoat surface can become dull and weathered due to age, sun, air, and water. The good news is that this can be repaired. The shine can be brought...
Read MoreFinal Touches for Repair of Fiberglass Arctic Cat Snowmobile Hood
Following the repairs to the inside and outside of the Arctic Cat Snowmobile hood, it is time to provide the finishing touches to complete the project. There were a couple of edges where the new fiberglass repair had been...
Read MoreCosmetic Repair of Fiberglass Arctic Cat Snowmobile Hood
Following the repair of the inside of the fiberglass hood from the Arctic Cat snowmobile, it is time to tackle the outside portion of the repair. The outside of the hood had gelcoat that had been damaged, and is in need of a...
Read MoreRestore Shine on Carbon Fiber
Carbon fiber trim pieces can improve the appearance of your car, truck, motorcycle, and any other vehicle. When they are new, they look good. But over time, they can become weathered and discolored. Sometimes they appear...
Read MoreHow to Fiberglass – Molds and Parts
Here is a great video showing the process for creating Fiberglass molds and parts. It is from Youtube Mofiac A short lesson on building fiberglass molds and parts. In this video a motorcycle fender is repaired and given a...
Read MoreFiberglass Pool Refinishing
Swimming pools made of fiberglass have several advantages over other types of materials. Cost, durability, and ease of cleaning are some of these advantages. Swimming pools are a very harsh environment for any material. The...
Read MoreHow to restore gel coat on a boat
Gelcoat surfaces on boats become chalky due to sun and heat over time. This can be repaired. The chalky surface can be removed through sanding and buffing, revealing a fresh layer of gelcoat surface below. These materials are...
Read MoreBuilding a Fiberglass Boat – Skeeter Boats Factory Tour Video Series
From Youtube skeeterteam James Holst, Host of In-Depth Outdoors TV, explains the first step in Skeeter’s Commitment to Quality which is the application process of the clear coat, glitter and paint and how Skeeter Boats are...
Read MoreCleaning Your Boat’s Gelcoat Made Easy
A great tip from Outlaw Angling on Youtube demonstrates a very inexpensive and easy way to clean the gelcoat on your boat. Inexpensive toilet bowl cleaner is intended to clean hard water, rust, and buildup. Similar conditions...
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